HSSE Manager | Al-Futtaim Automotive - BYD | KSA | Riyadh

Job Requisition ID: 179440 Established in the 1930s as a trading business, Al-Futtaim Group today is one of the most diversified and progressive, privately held regional businesses headquartered in Dubai, United Arab Emirates. Structured into five operating divisions; automotive, financial services, real estate, retail and healthcare; employing more than 35,000 employees across more than 20 countries in the Middle East, Asia and Africa, Al-Futtaim Group partners with over 200 of the world's most admired and innovative brands. Al-Futtaim Group’s entrepreneurship and relentless customer focus enables the organization to continue to grow and expand; responding to the changing needs of our customers within the societies in which we operate. By upholding our values of respect, excellence, collaboration and integrity; Al-Futtaim Group continues to enrich the lives and aspirations of our customers each and every day Overview of the Role The HSSE Manager will lead the development, implementation, and continuous improvement of Health, Safety, Security, and Environment programs across all Al-Futtaim Automotive – BYD operations in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia. The role ensures full compliance with KSA regulatory frameworks (Saudi Civil Defense, MHRSD, HCIS where applicable, SASO, and Environmental Authorities) and aligns operational practices with Al-Futtaim Group HSSE governance standards. Reporting into the Head of Government Relations & HSSE, the position carries direct accountability for protecting the workforce, customers, assets, and brand reputation across BYD showrooms, workshops, parts warehouses, and corporate sites in Riyadh, Jeddah, Dammam, and the wider KSA dealer network. The role is critical to enabling business growth by ensuring uninterrupted operations, securing all statutory certifications, and embedding a strong safety-first culture across the BYD KSA footprint. What You Will Do Loss Prevention & Risk Management - Drive hazard identification and gap reporting across all assigned BYD KSA sites through scheduled inspections, risk assessments, and field walkthroughs. - Reduce preventable incidents through structured corrective and preventive action plans, ensuring all findings are tracked to closure on the Site Compliance & Hazard Tracker. - Conduct full-cycle incident investigations for all medium and high-severity events within 24 hours of occurrence and ensure root-cause analysis is documented in the HSSE IMS. - Maintain the Automotive Risk Register with up-to-date hazard observations, control measures, and residual risk ratings. - Achieve and sustain a minimum 80% compliance score across all HSSE Compliance Audits for assigned sites. Regulatory & Statutory Compliance - Ensure full alignment with all KSA HSSE legislation including Saudi Civil Defense regulations, MHRSD Occupational Safety & Health requirements, HCIS standards where applicable, SASO, and Environmental requirements set by the National Centre for Environmental Compliance. - Secure and renew all statutory permits including Civil Defense Safety Certificates, Environmental Clearance, and Municipal HSSE clearances for trade license renewal. - Stay current with KSA regulatory developments and proactively implement operational adjustments to safeguard the business from violations, financial penalties, and operational disruption. - Ensure zero notices of violation across all assigned sites and no pending high-risk audit recommendations beyond 90 days. - Represent Al-Futtaim Automotive – BYD in regulatory inspections, OEM HSSE audits, and third-party assessments. Emergency Preparedness & Response - Develop and maintain site-specific emergency response plans covering fire, structural collapse, chemical and gas exposure, sandstorms, flooding, medical emergencies, and pandemic events. - Plan and supervise a minimum of two emergency evacuation drills per site per year, ensuring all findings drive procedural improvement. - Ensure all sites comply with Civil Defense requirements for trained First Aiders and Fire Wardens, proportionate to headcount and license category. - Maintain full operational readiness of fire alarm, suppression, and life-safety systems through continuous monitoring, vendor coordination, and escalation. - Lead the HSSE response for major business events, product launches, ceremonies, and customer activations across the KSA network. Safety Culture & Behavioral Standards - Lead structured monthly Safety Committee meetings at every assigned site, ensuring documented minutes, agreed actions, and audit-ready evidence. - Embed visible safety standards across all facilities including signage, PPE compliance, LOTO procedures, safe pathways, evacuation maps, and emergency communication boards. - Champion continuous workforce awareness through toolbox talks, safety alerts, behavioral observation programs, and structured campaigns in partnership with HR and Training. - Develop and maintain Safe Work Proc